Pro Silva Britain

Over the past year CCFG have been busy working on the organisation’s strategy, which has involved consultation with members, an appraisal of our partners andstakeholders, and the identification of three strategic objectives. The process has been rather long but extremely valuable for the committee as we are now working on the operational plan to deliver against these new objectives overthe next 10 years. A summary document presenting our strategy will be shared on our website very soon!

Two recommendations emerged from our strategy, firstly renaming and rebranding the organisation as Pro Silva Britain, this is to better align our mission, principles and communication with the 26 member countries in the Pro Silva family; and second to become a charitable incorporated organisation, which will enable us to apply for grant funding to run projects as we grow as an organisation. In forming the new charity, we would be very pleased to hear from any members who might be interested in becoming a trustee and helping to guide Pro Silva Britain in achieving its mission of promoting the benefits of Continuous Cover Forestry, for the environment, for society and the economy. We are particularly interested to hear from any members who would be willing to undertake the role of Treasurer, as our current Treasurer Solange Montero Terry will be standing down at our AGM in 2027. There are also opportunities to get involved in the work of our country branches in either England, Scotland or Wales, so please Contact Jonny Hulson directly if you would be interested in getting involved in any of these roles, and to bepart of a very exciting time in the organisation’s evolution!

Jonny Hulson, letter to members, 23.04.2026

Pro Silva Britains primary role is to promote the transformation of even-aged planted forests to structurally, visually and biologically diverse forests and woodlands. We also aim to enhance the production of high quality timber according to the principles of continuous cover management. We are a technical and professional organisation dedicated to developing skills and disseminating knowledge. In addition, we contribute to policy formulation and wider debates about sustainable forestry in the different countries of Great Britain.

Pro Silva Britain is a member of Pro Silva, a federation of forestry organisations committed to advancing close to nature silvicultural systems.

Throughout the year Pro Silva Britain (former CCFG) runs a variety of field based meetings and workshops in different locations throughout Britain. We arrange a foreign study year and hold  a conference at regular intervals. Field meetings are open to both members and non-members, and students who are interested in managing woodlands sustainably are strongly encouraged to attend (at no charge).

Members receive email bulletins to keep them up to date with events and booking details.A newsletter containing scientific articles, visit reports and other material is published twice a year. Further details can be obtained by the administrator.

Pro Silva Britain is a friendly, dynamic, member-driven group with an interest in silviculture and sustainable forestry. We welcome new members who share our values and who would like to apply new techniques in the management of forests. Pro Silva Britain offers an exciting range of member benefits.

Pro Silva Britain does not have reponsibility for any demonstration forests. However a comprehensive summary on stands relevant to Pro Silva Britain can be accessed via the 2013 report by Dr. Scott Wilson on following website (www.scottishforestrytrust.org.uk)

CCFG organises a series of webinars on a range of CCF topics.  The archive of these is available on YouTube.

foto gallery from Pro Silva Annual Meeting Scotland (2016) - (C) Eckart Senitza